Quick Healthy Breakfasts

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Soaked Chia Seeds

Despite the best of intentions, it’s easy to let our healthy breakfast ambitions fall through the cracks in the rush to get out the door in the morning. Not anymore! All of these recipes can either be made ahead of time and grabbed on the way out the door, or whipped up in five minutes or less.

Chia Seed Parfait

Soaking nutrient-packed chia seeds in almond milk or water gives them chewy texture reminiscent of tapioca pudding. Make a big batch of soaked seeds at the beginning of the week so you can enjoy super-healthy parfaits with fresh fruit and maple syrup or honey every day.

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Avocado Coconut Toast

Think you’ve already seen every variation of avocado toast? How about this one: a schmear of good-for-you coconut oil to start, and sprinkles of salt, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice to finish. This powerhouse of healthy fats will keep you going all morning long.

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Editors' Favorite Green Smoothie

Juicing may get all the attention, but smoothies are (still) another great way to boost your energy. They also retain their bulk -- the all-important fiber that holds you over -- and definitely taste much fresher than anything from a bottle. (They won't set you back 10 bucks at a juice bar, either.)

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Pineapple and Ginger Smoothie

This is one powerhouse smoothie: Pineapple is full of immune-boosting vitamin C and inflammation-reducing bromelain. Here it's paired with the cancer-fighting properties of fresh ginger in a yogurt-based breakfast.

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Brown-Rice Cakes with Toppings

Even faster than toast (not to mention lower in calories and gluten-free), brown rice cakes can be piled with any sweet or savory toppings you can dream up. Try almond butter, berries, and honey; avocado, tamari, and sesame seeds; peanut butter, coconut, and hot sauce; or Neufchatel, smoked salmon, and red onion.